Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bemiss Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bemiss Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bemiss Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bemiss Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bemiss Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1767 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
58%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bemiss Elementary School's ranking?
Bemiss Elementary School is ranked #1767 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bemiss Elementary School often compared to?
Bemiss Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logan Elementary School, Stevens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Bemiss Elementary School?
371 students attend Bemiss Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Bemiss Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bemiss Elementary School?
Bemiss Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bemiss Elementary School offer ?
Bemiss Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bemiss Elementary School part of?
Bemiss Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Bemiss Elementary School located?
Bemiss Elementary School is located in the Bemiss neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Bemiss.
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